Learning Mentor - Oxford

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization in Oxford seeks a compassionate Learning Mentor to support students aged 4-16. In this role, you will foster an inclusive learning environment and provide tailored guidance. Experience with children, particularly those with special needs, is advantageous. This position is ideal for graduates in psychology or education looking to gain valuable experience. The role offers a daily wage of £85 to £100 and starts ASAP on a term-time basis.

Benefits

Good travel links

Supportive and friendly environment

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in children's lives.
• Experience working with children, especially those with additional needs.
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide individualised guidance to students.
• Collaborate with class teachers to implement strategies.
• Inspire and motivate students.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Confidence in managing behaviour

Ability to engage with children

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education or similar

Job description

Learning Mentor - Oxford

Come and join our dedicated team in a lovely specialist school in Oxford. They are on the hunt for a Learning Mentor to make a profound impact on their students. The school is based in Oxford and the position is to start ASAP.

The role as a Learning Mentor

As a Learning Mentor, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment while ensuring that all students receive the individualised guidance they need to thrive in the classroom.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with students aged 4-16. You will engage with them and help the class teacher deliver tailored support and guidance based on their individual and unique learning requirements. Your job will be to inspire and motivate the students while also building on their confidence.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the class teacher and help to implement strategies and interventions that will promote not only their academic growth but also their confidence and ability to overcome challenges.

While working as a Learning Mentor, you will benefit from being surrounded by a supportive team of staff and have opportunities to shadow and learn from other experienced professionals.

The successful Learning Mentor

To be successful in the role as Learning Mentor, you will need to have a passion and an eagerness to make a difference. You will be compassionate and empathetic but also confident and able to help the educators manage any challenging behaviour.

The successful Learning Mentor will have some experience working with children. Experience working with children who have additional needs or struggle with a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD or other challenging needs will be at an advantage.

This is an amazing opportunity for graduates who are looking to broaden their experience ahead of studying for their postgraduate degrees or choosing a specialism. Those individuals studying psychology, education or a similar degree will also benefit from the experience that this role will provide.

That being said, individuals just looking to make a difference are also encouraged to apply. This is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling opportunity.

Key information

• Learning Mentor
• Oxford
• £85 - £100 per day
• Good travel links
• ASAP start
• Term time position
• Supportive and friendly environment

If you are interested in this role, apply now! Interviews are taking place within the next couple of weeks. You can apply directly to this advert.

Learning Mentor - Oxford - ASAP Start - Term Time position